Former President Donald Trump has insisted that he did nothing wrong in his handling of classified documents after he left the White House, addressing the Georgia Republican Party’s annual conference. He delivered a fiery speech regarding the allegations that he crafted a scheme to withhold sensitive information from his time in office. Trump was recently indicted with a 37-count federal indictment for such actions. While some Republicans, such as Chris Christie, have criticized Trump, many others have remained vocal in their support for him. The former president’s legal case is ongoing, with certain consequences including potential imprisonment.
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Trump Warns Georgia GOP
Former President Donald Trump addressed a crowd at the Georgia Republican Party’s annual conference following his 37-count federal indictment for allegedly withholding classified documents and lying to investigators. Trump’s speech warned activists that the “deep state” was coming for them too and doubled down on his claims of innocence. His arraignment is scheduled for Tuesday in Miami, and the indictment brings the prospect of an ex-president spending the rest of his life in prison.
Trump Indicted, Claims Bias
Donald Trump has been indicted on 37 federal counts for allegedly withholding sensitive classified documents from his time in the White House. Trump is set to declare his innocence and deliver a speech claiming a biased law enforcement apparatus. Aiming at the federal law enforcement, he plans to say, “In the end, they’re not coming after me, they’re coming after you — and I’m just standing in their way.” The indictment accuses Trump of lying to federal agents and investigators about his involvement, putting the prospect of an ex-president facing lifelong imprisonment.
Trump Charges: Federal Prosecution
Donald Trump has been charged with seven counts related to his handling of classified information, making him the first former American president to face federal prosecution. Democrats, including President Joe Biden, must prove that this trial is not politically motivated. This case is a significant test of America’s political, legal, and social fabric. Trump’s Republican opponents must decide whether to continue supporting him or face potential backlash from their voter base. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy called the indictment a “dark day” for the US and threatened retaliation against Biden. Voters will ultimately decide Trump’s political fate, with some Republicans believing the indictment could strengthen his support base.
Trump Indictment Unsealed
The federal indictment of former President Donald Trump and his aide, Walt Nauta, was unsealed, revealing criminal charges related to over 100 classified documents found at Trump’s Florida resort. Trump, who was impeached twice, is the first former president to face federal criminal charges. He announced his indictment and criticized the Justice Department.
Paratrooper Musician’s Drug Arrest
A former US paratrooper turned musician has been arrested in Moscow on drug trafficking charges, with Moscow courts stating that he has been charged with “illegal production, sale or shipment of narcotic drugs on a large scale”, an offense that carries a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment.
Trump’s Post-Indictment Appearances
Former President Donald Trump is set to make his first public appearances since his recent indictment, with two speaking events planned for Saturday. Trump is scheduled to address the Georgia GOP convention and the North Carolina GOP convention later in the day. Former Vice President Mike Pence, who announced his own run for president earlier this week, is also scheduled to speak at the North Carolina event earlier in the day.
Jha Leaves White House
Dr. Ashish Jha, the White House Covid response coordinator, is leaving the Biden administration in June for a top position at Brown University as dean of its School of Public Health. Jha has overseen pandemic strategy since early 2022. His departure comes after the Biden administration ended the national emergency and public health emergency tied to the Covid pandemic and the World Health Organization declared an end to the global health emergency.
Trump Returns, Addresses GOP
Former President Donald Trump is set to make his first public appearances since his indictment at two long-planned speaking events on Saturday. Trump will address the Georgia GOP convention and the North Carolina GOP convention. Former Vice President Mike Pence is also scheduled to speak at the North Carolina event. While some Republicans criticized Trump after the indictment, most GOP criticism remained focused on the Justice Department.
Blinken’s China Visit Criticized
The Biden administration is ensuring a high-stakes visit to China by top U.S. diplomat Antony Blinken goes ahead as planned, but critics contend that the White House has repeatedly downplayed increasingly provocative actions by China in the process. Critics and some China hawks have questioned the administration’s approach, accusing the White House of pulling its punches and being too eager to maintain the prospect of possible high-level meetings with Chinese counterparts.